What is the ICD-10 code for duodenal diverticulum?

The ICD-10 code for duodenal diverticulum without complications is K57.10. If inflammation is present, use K57.12, and for perforation or abscess, use K57.00.

How do you code a perforated duodenal diverticulum?

For a perforated duodenal diverticulum, use ICD-10 code K57.00, which covers diverticulitis with perforation and abscess.

ICD-10 Coding for Duodenal Diverticulum(K57.10, K57.0, K57.00)

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Learn about ICD-10 coding for duodenal diverticulum, including codes K57.10, K57.12, and K57.00, with documentation tips and clinical validation.

Also known as:

Diverticulum of the DuodenumDuodenal Pouch

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Duodenal Diverticulum

K00-K95Primary Range

Diseases of the digestive system

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Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

Code	Description	When to Use	Key Documentation
K57.10	Diverticulosis of small intestine without perforation or abscess	Use when diverticulum is found incidentally without symptoms or complications.	Imaging showing diverticulum without signs of inflammation or complications
K57.12	Diverticulitis of small intestine without perforation or abscess	Use when there is inflammation of the diverticulum without perforation or abscess.	Elevated CRP and imaging showing inflammation
K57.00	Diverticulitis of small intestine with perforation and abscess	Use when there is perforation and/or abscess associated with diverticulitis.	CT/MRI showing perforation and abscess

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Diverticulosis of small intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

K57.10Billable

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscessK57.30

Diverticulitis of small intestine with perforation and abscessK57.00

Use when perforation or abscess is confirmed.

Diverticulitis of small intestine with perforation, abscess, and bleedingK57.01

Use when bleeding is also present.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Duodenal Diverticulum.

Failure to document complications

Impact

Clinical: Inadequate treatment planning, Regulatory: Potential for audit issues, Financial: Loss of reimbursement for higher complexity cases

Mitigation

Thorough review of imaging and lab results, Detailed clinical documentation

Using K57.30 for duodenal diverticulum

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect DRG assignment leading to potential underpayment., Compliance: Non-compliance with ICD-10 coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate clinical data affecting patient records.

Mitigation

Ensure the code reflects the correct anatomical location (small intestine).

Inaccurate coding of diverticular disease

Impact

Risk of audits due to incorrect anatomical coding.

Mitigation

Regular training on anatomical coding and review of clinical documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Documentation requirements, coding pitfalls and FAQs for conditions coded with K57.10.

Primary Code

K57.10

Diverticulosis of small intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

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ICD-10 Coding for Duodenal Diverticulum(K57.10, K57.0, K57.00)

Documentation & Coding Risks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for duodenal diverticulum?

How do you code a perforated duodenal diverticulum?

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